Butler jobs in Esher

UHNW Private Butler — Central London

£75,000 – £85,000 DOE | Discreet, Highly Personalised Household Service | UHNW Private Family

Are you an experienced private butler seeking your next role within a UHNW household? This exclusive opportunity has arisen for an exceptional UHNW Private Butler to provide discreet, highly personalised service to a private principal and their family in central London.

The successful candidate will bring impeccable standards, strong emotional intelligence, exceptional attention to detail, and a genuine understanding of the expectations associated with UHNW private households. This is a highly trusted position requiring absolute confidentiality, discretion, professionalism and flexibility.

Key Responsibilities of a Private Butler

• Deliver highly personalised butler and household service to the principal and family
• Anticipate the Principal’s needs and preferences before they are communicated
• Bring consistently exceptional standards to both formal and informal service
• Manage dining service, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, entertaining and private functions
• Prepare and serve beverages, including wine, champagne, cocktails, tea and coffee, according to individual preferences; sommelier-level wine knowledge is a strong advantage
• Coordinate and oversee service during private dinners, events and occasions
• Maintain detailed knowledge of the Principal’s preferences, routines, wardrobe requirements, dietary requirements and lifestyle
• Care for fine garments and wardrobe with genuine expertise, including packing and unpacking to a standard fit for UHNW travel
• Assist with travel preparations, packing, unpacking and luggage management
• Support the Principal during domestic and international travel when required
• Coordinate with chefs, housekeepers, chauffeurs, security and other household staff, staying alert to where an extra pair of hands is useful across the wider team, while remaining mindful of not overstepping
• Liaise professionally with external suppliers, hotels, restaurants and service providers
• Assist with household inventories, purchasing and receiving deliveries when needed
• Ensure guest areas and service spaces are prepared to the highest standards
• Handle fine china, silverware, crystal, artwork and other valuable household items appropriately
• Keep accurate records and communicate household matters clearly to the appropriate senior staff member
• Assist with private events and entertaining, from preparation through to completion
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding the Principal, family, guests, properties and business affairs
• Respond calmly and professionally to changing schedules, last-minute requests and high-pressure situations
• Carry out other reasonable duties consistent with the requirements of a private UHNW household; no task is considered beneath the role

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate for this private butler job in London will have:

• Previous experience as a Butler, Senior Butler, Private Butler or similar role within a UHNW/HNW private household and 5-star hotels LONGEVITY required
• Exceptional knowledge of luxury hospitality and formal service
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Impeccable personal presentation and grooming
• A naturally discreet, calm and service-oriented personality
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability
• The ability to anticipate needs and work proactively without constant direction
• Confidence interacting with principals, family members, VIP guests and senior household staff
• A flexible approach to working hours and changing requirements
• Strong knowledge of fine dining, wines, beverages and table service
• The ability to work independently while being an effective member of a larger household team
• Excellent cultural awareness and professional etiquette
• Good IT skills are desirable for a modern house (Lutron, Crestron, Cinema etc.)
• Good knowledge of using Microsoft Office

Personal Attributes

Discretion | Integrity | Emotional Intelligence | Anticipation | Adaptability | Composure | Attention to Detail | Reliability | Professionalism | Loyalty

The successful candidate will understand that the role is based not simply on delivering service, but on creating an effortless, seamless and highly personalised experience for the Principal and their guests.

Working Pattern

This UHNW butler role requires a high degree of flexibility and may involve:

• Long or variable working days
• Weekend and evening work (Wednesday to Sunday)
• Some travel (mainly between different properties locally)
• Working around the Principal’s changing schedule
• Occasional short-notice requests
• Residence-based and travel-based assignments
• Shopping and running errands

Package

• Salary: £75,000 – £85,000 DOE
• Location: Central London
• Permanent, full-time